Welsh Rugby Union set to offer professional contracts to female internationals

There will be up to 10 professional contracts and 15 retainer contracts, in addition to match and training fees.

Wales' Kerin Lake is tackled by Claire Keohane and Michelle Claffey of Ireland during a Six Nations clash in 2020. Picture: INPHO/Brian Reilly-Troy

The Welsh Rugby Union is set to offer professional contracts to female international players for the first time.

The WRU says it has agreed a structure with the Wales women playing squad for 12-month contracts, taking effect from January 1.